Google Play must be clearing the virtual shelves in anticipation of 2014 because the service is giving away some of their editors’ favorite music as part of their 2013 Play Picks. For instance, Kanye West’s “Yeezus” is available for free.

If you want to comment on YouTube, share a Google Map or use a majority of Google’s services, you’ll have to sign in to Google+. Here are some tips to avoid having Google’s social networking site take over your virtual identity:

Did you know streaming Netflix on your tablet or smartphone takes a giant bite out of your data plan? If not, or if you’re curious about what amount of data some apps use, a new website – KnowMyApp.org – is here to help.

The site estimates how many monthly megabytes are used for big name mobile apps, including popular social networking platforms like Facebook and Twitter.